moorings

[US]/[ˈmɔːrɪŋz]/
[UK]/[ˈmɔːrɪŋz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.ropes or chains by which a ship is held in position; a place where a ship is moored; a feeling of stability or security

Phrases & Collocations

secure moorings

lost moorings

checking moorings

release moorings

finding moorings

established moorings

temporary moorings

dropping moorings

main moorings

new moorings

Example Sentences

the yacht strained against its moorings in the strong wind.

we checked the moorings before leaving the harbor.

the small fishing boat had secure moorings.

he carefully released the moorings and started the engine.

the harbor offered safe moorings for visiting vessels.

the old pier was lined with rusty moorings.

they spent the night at anchor, away from the crowded moorings.

the storm damaged several of the boat's moorings.

the marina provides excellent moorings for sailboats.

the crew adjusted the moorings to prevent swinging.

temporary moorings were set up for the regatta.

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